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Learn about recent developments in Nobody Trashes Tennessee’s mission to end littering through our newsroom. While Tennessee has beautiful scenery, roadside litter remains a challenge. Stay informed about our litter-prevention campaigns and the steps Nobody Trashes Tennessee is taking to protect Tennessee’s natural beauty through the following articles.

Image of Level Up Your Earth Day with These Kid-Friendly Cleanup Events
Level Up Your Earth Day with These Kid-Friendly Cleanup Events
Numerous kid-friendly cleanup events have been planned throughout April to help encourage environmental responsibility in our younger generation. These activities create opportunities for families to bond while empowering kids to impact their communities positively. Whether it’s picking up litter in parks, along riverbanks or somewhere else in your community, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. Read More
Image of TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee Encourages Residents to Participate in the Great American Cleanup this Spring
TDOT’s Nobody Trashes Tennessee Encourages Residents to Participate in the Great American Cleanup this Spring
The spring initiative encourages all Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities to help keep roadways clean and safe, while also getting rewarded through the new Trash Masters Rewards program The Great American Cleanup brings together TDOT’s litter prevention partners, including Keep Tennessee Beautiful affiliates, youth groups, and individuals, that are working together […] Read More
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You Can Participate in No Trash November in 5 Easy Steps
Here’s how you can participate in No Trash November this year. 1. Don’t Litter! First of all, don’t litter. But since you’re here on the website, we’re pretty sure you already know that. You’re probably ready to do more, so keep reading! 2. If you see litter, pick it up. Everyone can take personal responsibility […] Read More
Image of Adopt-A-Highway Groups Help End Littering in Tennessee
Adopt-A-Highway Groups Help End Littering in Tennessee
Adopt-A-Highway groups throughout the state of Tennessee are an important tool to help end littering in Tennessee. Each October, we celebrate the anniversary of this program in our state. These volunteer groups commit to clean up along their designated two-mile stretch of roadway at least 4 times per year. The Tennessee Department of Transportation supports […] Read More
Image of Tires are a Big Part of The Litter Problem (VIDEO)
Tires are a Big Part of The Litter Problem (VIDEO)
Tires are a real problem when they’ve been abandoned along roadways, or even worse, when they’ve been dumped illegally. They are a type of litter frequently seen on Tennessee roadways and should be disposed of properly. The Keep America Beautiful (KAB) 2020 National Litter Study identified that tires and tire treads are among the country’s […] Read More
Image of Volunteers needed for Adopt-A-Highway program in 32 counties
Volunteers needed for Adopt-A-Highway program in 32 counties
All Tennesseans play a role in keeping our state clean and safe Preventing and reducing litter not only helps protect the scenic beauty of Tennessee, but it also helps protects wildlife and water quality and helps maintain healthy and vibrant communities. As part of its mission to keep our roadways safe and clean, the Tennessee […] Read More